If you have ever typed into a search engine, you know the struggle. Forums are filled with conflicting advice: “Early Peak is terrible!” or “Late Bloomer is the only way.”
While a Late Bloomer will have a long career, their than an Early Peak player of the same potential. For example, a generic striker with Early Peak might hit 95 OVR at age 24, while a Late Bloomer of the same base stats will top out at 89 OVR at age 31.
| Position | Best Growth Type | Why? | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Late Bloomer (Type 3) | GKs peak late IRL. A 34-year-old Type 3 GK has 99 Goalkeeping skills. | | Fullback (RB/LB) | Late / Sustained (Type 5) | Speed is vital. Type 5 preserves Acceleration & Stamina. | | Centre Back (CB) | Standard (Type 2) | You need consistency. No massive drops. Type 2 CBs are rocks. | | Central Midfielder (CM) | Type 5 or Standard | If he’s a playmaker (Xavi style) = Type 5. If he’s a destroyer (De Jong) = Standard. | | Winger (LWF/RWF) | Early Peak | Most wingers lose pace after 28. Use Early Peak, then sell at 26. | | Striker (CF) | Late / Sustained (Type 5) | This is the money maker. A Type 5 CF (Totti, Klose) will score 40+ goals until age 36. | Final Verdict: Which is the True "Best"? If you stop playing Master League after winning the treble (seasons 3-4), the best growth type is Early Peak . You will enjoy a 95+ rated Haaland or Balotelli destroying everyone.
Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 (PES 2013) remains a gold standard for many football simulation fans. While modern titles focus on microtransactions and Ultimate Teams, PES 2013 offered a deep, satisfying Master League experience. One of its most intricate, yet often misunderstood, mechanics is the Player Growth System .
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However, if you want the – the one that maximizes your team’s total OVR over a 10-year simulation – it is without question Late / Sustained (Type 5) .
This article will settle the debate. We will break down every growth curve, analyze which player positions benefit from each type, and finally answer: Part 1: Understanding the 5 Growth Types in PES 2013 Before we declare a winner, you need to understand the data. Every player in Master League follows one of five distinct development curves. These dictate how fast their Overall Rating (OVR) increases, when they hit their prime, and how quickly they decline.
